dyskinesia

/dɪskɪˈniʒə/
noun
  1. A condition involving involuntary, repetitive, or abnormal movements of the muscles, often caused by neurological disorders or medications.
    • Physical therapy can help manage the symptoms of dyskinesia in some people.
    • Tardive dyskinesia is a side effect of some long-term psychiatric medications.
    • The patient's dyskinesia made it difficult for her to hold a cup steady.
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